Domaine Roland Grangier - Saint-Joseph - Côte Granits - Red - 2022

Wine:

From the finest slopes of Chavanay and old vines, the 2022 red Saint-Joseph Côte Granits delivers beautiful aromas of black fruits and wild blackberry jam, with a ripe and concentrated profile. The palate confirms this richness, with 18 months of barrel aging still prominent, a fleshy texture, and present yet balanced tannins, accompanied by peppery, toasted, and licorice flavors. This wine deserves to be aged for at least a few years and will be enjoyed for 8 years or more. Decanting and a côte de bœuf are a must! Rated 93/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, totally de-stemmed, vatted for 3 weeks in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, regularly pumped over, aged for 18 months in oak barrels.

Color:

Bright purplish red.

Nose:

Concentrated, marked by very mature Syrah, punctuated by notes of black fruit and blackberry jam.

Palate:

Rich and full-bodied, this wine has a mature, concentrated profile, with peppery, licorice flavors.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Prime rib, thick pork chop au jus.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2032, and even longer for enthusiasts.

A hidden gem in the Northern Rhône Valley, Domaine Roland Grangier is one of our very favorite estate. Roland and Céline Grangier cultivate 8 hectares, primarily in Saint-Joseph and Condrieu, where they quietly produce captivating cuvées that are rich and refined. These wines consistently delight enthusiasts and are always offered at sensible prices.